Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $45,900 | $62,011 | -26% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.07 | $29.81 | -26% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $50,943.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Kansas is $45,900, or about $22.07 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Kansas is -26% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Kansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,360 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $45,900, Kansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.